I have a set of the 10x25 compact and carry them on the sternum strap on my pack when I am backpacking. They are easy to carry and work just fine in a pinch. On my latest trck to Yosemite I was able to view climbers on El Cap just fine. They're inexpensive enough to not matter if they get lost or damaged but quality enough to make a dependable pair for on-the-go adventurers.